Liam Payne, the former One Direction member, tragically passed away on October 16, 2024, after falling from a third-floor balcony at a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The cause of death was reported as multiple traumas and internal and external bleeding, with toxicology results indicating that he had cocaine, alcohol, and antidepressants in his system at the time of his death.
Recently, Braian Nahuel Paiz, one of the suspects being investigated in connection with Payne’s death, shared his side of the story on Argentinian TV. Paiz admitted to having met Payne twice before his death and confirmed that they had taken drugs together but insisted that he never provided Payne with drugs or took any money from him.
Meanwhile, Rita Ora paid tribute to Payne at the 2024 MTV EMAs, where she remembered him as a kind-hearted person who left a significant impact on those around him. Her words reflected the deep sadness shared by fans and colleagues in the wake of Payne’s passing, honoring his contribution to the music world and the warmth he brought to those who knew him.